Category: 1770-1779

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1770-1779

1770-1779, 18th century, decade overview

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1778 – David Martin, Portrait of Dido Elizabeth Belle Lindsay and Lady Elizabeth Murray

1760-1769, 1770-1779, 18th century, artwork analysis, BIPOC

This 18th-century grand manner portrait of two cousins juxtaposes fashionable turquerie with luxurious but conventional children’s clothing.

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1770s – Portrait of a Lady Holding an Orange Blossom

1770-1779, 18th century, artwork analysis, BIPOC

This young woman dressed in blue silk edged with lace demonstrates fashionable simplicity for the 1770s, and may have lived in a Spanish or British colony in the Americas.

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1778 – Joseph Siffred Duplessis, Benjamin Franklin

1770-1779, 18th century, artwork analysis

Joseph Siffred Duplessis’s 1778 portrait of Benjamin Franklin participates in his carefully constructed image while in France as a plainly dressed American with provincial taste–though he actually dressed in the most expensive fabrics available.

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In the 1980s, bigger meant better across the board

In the 1980s, bigger meant better across the board in fashion. From women’s shoulder pads to men’s power suits to bold colors and patterns for men, women and children, there was nothing understated about fashion in the eighties. See the link below to read our decade overview.

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Women’s bodices elongated in the 1650s coming to

Women’s bodices elongated in the 1650s coming to a point in the front, but in general evolved only slowly from the fashions of the previous decade; whereas men’s doublets shrunk radically and their breeches expanded, becoming heavily ornamented with ribbon loops. With England under Cromwell’s control, France takes the lead in fashion. To read more on this evolving decade, see the link in bio!

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Elizabeth Keckley, born in 1818, was a hugely succ

Elizabeth Keckley, born in 1818, was a hugely successful African American dressmaker who built her career upon exacting technical standards, graceful clean lines, and her knowledge of fashionable trends. She created clothing for the Washington D.C. elite, including Mary Todd Lincoln. Keckley published an autobiography, and was an activist who supported other formerly enslaved persons. Read more about her life in our link in bio!

#fashionhistory #fashionresearch #blackfashiondesigners #marylincoln #civilwar

This fashionable day dress from 1891-93 combines e

This fashionable day dress from 1891-93 combines elegant historically inspired details, chic black silk, and exquisite jet beading. It was designed by Emile Pingat, one of the first couturiers, and a contemporary of designers like Charles Frederick Worth and Jacques Doucet. Read more about this luxurious ensemble at the link in our bio!

On this day in 1981, Princess Diana married Prince

On this day in 1981, Princess Diana married Prince Charles. Diana’s wedding dress, which was designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel, combined 1980s trends with historical references and royal traditions. The dress continues to influence bridal design today. Read more about this fairytale gown in our link in bio!

#fashionhistory #princessdiana #weddingdresses #1980s

1670s womenswear saw the advent of the looped-up o

1670s womenswear saw the advent of the looped-up overskirt along with a growing enthusiasm for brocade fabrics. Men of the period uniformly adopted the long collarless coat (known as a justaucorps), and full curly wigs became the dominant hairstyle. See the link in bio to read our decade overview!

#fashionhistory #17thcentury #wigs

Stephen Burrows is celebrated for his graphic colo

Stephen Burrows is celebrated for his graphic color blocking and innovative use of matte jersey fabric at the height of the disco era. He participated in the ground-breaking “Battle of Versailles” in 1973, and helped to position American design at the forefront of fashion. He became one of the first Black fashion designers to achieve international acclaim. Read more in our newly published designer overview- link in bio!

#fashionhistory #1970s #fashionresearch #blackfashiondesigners

No longer “society’s best kept secret” as th

No longer “society’s best kept secret” as the Saturday Evening Post called her, Ann Lowe is now recognized as a pioneering African American couturier. Lowe was known for her one-of-a-kind gowns made of fine fabric and handiwork, often evoking floral motifs. To read more about Lowe and her designs in our newly published designer overview, see our link in bio!

#fashionhistory #1960s #fashionresearch #blackfashiondesigners

Have you noticed the current trend for mules? It’s not the first time that backless shoes have been in style; they have been worn since prehistoric times. Plus, their comfortable shape makes them perfect for staying in. Read more about them at the link in bio!

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